French Bulldog

Other name: French Bulldog

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Hair type	Short
Origin	France
Template	Small
Head shape	Square

Weight and size
Sex	Weight	Cut
Female	From 7 kg to 12 kg	From 29 cm to 34 cm
Male	From 8 kg to 14 kg	From 30 cm to 35 cm

History of the breed

The history of French Bulldog dates back to the 19th ^century. Nevertheless, it is interesting to go back to the ^3rd century BC to better understand. Nicknamed The Hound, Alexander ¹ Epirus have offered to Alexander the Great a dog that would be the ancestor of the English Bulldog and a ratter. Appeared in the 1980s in Paris, and more mainly at the Abattoirs de la Villette, the French Bulldog quickly became the face of great Parisian celebrities.

The latter, which has been removed from all forms of aggression over the years, appeared after 1835 and the ban on dog fights across the Channel. The French Bulldog is born from a cross between the Toy Bulldog and the Doguin. It was in 1880 that its current name appeared. It appeared the first times on the side of the Abattoirs de la Villette.

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Physical features

His hair: generally quite short .
Its color: fawn, if it is a brindle dog (coloring of the coat, characterized by discontinuous stripes of different colors), with a dark charcoal (black spots) and different shades ranging from red to coffee with milk; or white and brindle.
His head: broad, square and very strong, with folds and wrinkles.
His ears: set high, carried straight.
His eyes: large, round and dark.
His body: endowed with a carpus back, broad and muscular, the croup is well inclined and the chest rather cylindrical, his chest (in front of the dog’s body) is well open.
Its tail: short, it is often twisted or cut naturally and pointed.

Behavior and character

Behavior with others

The French Bulldog is a companion dog with a very happy temperament . Gentle and playful , he is considered an ideal playmate for children . He is a nice ally for the elderly. As he ages, he may as well be the public entertainer or remain relatively peaceful. He always remains dependent on his master with whom he needs to stay. He is an excellent companion dog for young and old alike.

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Education

Different exercises, performed with this dog from an early age, make it pleasant and sociable. We must also teach him cleanliness, obedience and desensitize him to loneliness . In this case, this dog, always in search of things to learn, can be jealous and possessive , which is why he must be educated very early so that he does not develop this character trait.

Living conditions

Apartment dog par excellence, the French Bulldog does not bark often and adapts to all circumstances. This dog has no particular need for physical exercise. He is hardly enduring and is satisfied with a home life . Simple daily walks fit him like a glove. He loves to play, as long as it isn’t very physical or lasts a short time.

Health

The French Bulldog, with its very short muzzle , can suffer from a breathing problem , especially in hot weather. It is therefore necessary to avoid leaving it too long exposed to the sun. He has a high sensitivity to respiratory and back pathologies. Indeed, its rather short muzzle favors the brachycephalic , caused by an elongation of the soft palate and pinched nostrils. Therefore, it is not uncommon to hear the French Bulldog snoring when sleeping.

In addition, his eyes are relatively fragile and require regular maintenance using a suitable lotion. Finally, this dog is prone to herniated discs , it is essential to ensure his diet to avoid any risk of obesity.

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Life expectancy

Maintenance and hygiene

Thanks to its short coat, the French Bulldog only requires a simple maintenance , one brush stroke per week is sufficient.

A special pliers exist for cutting the claws . For his bath, it is advisable to use a shampoo with neutral pH . The eyes are cleaned with dacryoserum or ocryl. The ears should be checked and cleaned regularly in order to identify and avoid possible infections. Finally, wrinkles and folds, which require special attention, can be cleaned with physiological serum. Once completely dry, you must apply petroleum jelly.

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Food

The French Bulldog must have a balanced diet , because it is prone to digestive problems . Thus, its weight must stagnate between 8 and 14 kg in adulthood. Its diet consists mainly of premium croquettes that can be found in specialized stores. Lamb croquettes, a meat popular with French Bulldogs, are recommended. He should have a maximum of two daily rations.

Physical activity

The French Bulldog is a city dweller , but he particularly appreciates walks , especially as his powerful muscles need regular exercises . On the other hand, it is not recommended to jog or walk with him near a body of water. Endowed with bad breath , he also suffers from some difficulty in swimming.

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